Windermere Retreat is a stunning Grade II listed manor house in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District. This grand property offers breathtaking views over Lake Windermere and dates back to 1834. It's an ideal venue for celebrations, corporate events and large family gatherings with its impressive living spaces.
The Lake District location puts you right in the heart of England's most beautiful national park. You can enjoy swimming, hiking, fishing and water sports just minutes away. The hot tub provides perfect relaxation after a day exploring the lakes and fells.
Accommodation includes 18 bedrooms and 17 bathrooms sleeping up to 36 guests. The main house features 15 bedrooms (11 with king-size beds) plus two separate apartments.
Windermere Retreat is a stunning Grade II listed manor house in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District. This grand property offers breathtaking views over Lake Windermere and dates back to 1834. It's an ideal venue for celebrations, corporate events and large family gatherings with its impressive living spaces.
The Lake District location puts you right in the heart of England's most beautiful national park. You can enjoy swimming, hiking, fishing and water sports just minutes away. The hot tub provides perfect relaxation after a day exploring the lakes and fells.
Accommodation includes 18 bedrooms and 17 bathrooms sleeping up to 36 guests. The main house features 15 bedrooms (11 with king-size beds) plus two separate apartments. One apartment sleeps 4 with a king-size bed and bunk bedroom, while the second sleeps 2 with a king-size bed. There's also a ground floor accessible bedroom with wet room.
Local attractions include Beatrix Potter World (0.5 miles, 3 minutes), Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway (8 miles, 20 minutes), Windermere Lake Cruises (0.3 miles, 2 minutes) and Grizedale Forest (10 miles, 25 minutes).
Windermere Retreat offers exceptional facilities including a cinema room, games room, bar and grand dining space seating 36. It's perfect for multi-generation family holidays or friend reunions.
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Just minutes from Lake Windermere with stunning views across the water. Perfect base for exploring the Lake District.
Grand dining room seats up to 36 guests. The cocktail lounge and luxurious living areas make this ideal for special occasions.
Guests love unwinding in the hot tub after days spent hiking the fells or enjoying water sports on the lake.
Dogs welcome throughout the main house and in apartments. The enclosed garden provides safe outdoor space for pets.
The cinema room, games room and bar keep everyone entertained whatever the weather.
High ceilings, arched stone windows and Victorian antiques create a truly special atmosphere throughout this 1834 manor house.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Windermere Retreat by car, take the A591 to Bowness-on-Windermere. The manor house is located just off the main road through Bowness with good signage. You'll find private parking for multiple cars on arrival.
For those traveling by rail, the nearest station is Windermere, approximately 2.2 miles from the property. From there, you can take a short taxi ride or local bus to Bowness-on-Windermere.
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Postcode: LA23 3EL
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